Chamomile (German)

Scientific Name: Matricaria chamomilla

Botanical Family: Asteraceae

Plant Type: Herb (annual)

Geographical Origin: Europe/Western Asia; naturalized widely

Species/Variety: Matricaria chamomilla


Description

Aromatic annual with white ray florets and yellow discs; apple-like scent.

Therapeutic Properties

Calming; Carminative; Anti-inflammatory (topical)

Temperament

Warm

How to Use

Tea; Tincture; Topical rinse/soak

Dosage

Tea: 1–2 tsp dried flower heads per 250 mL water; Tincture: 2–4 mL up to 3×/day

Precautions

Ragweed-family allergy possible; may interact with anticoagulants.

Replacement / Alternatives

Linden; Lemon balm

References

VASCAN

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